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The Importance of Morning Rituals

Making Time to Start Your Day With Intention
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The importance of morning rituals, Waiting on Martha

Lately I’ve really held strong to my morning ritual.  I’ve found that the quiet time in the morning, the time I hold for myself and no one else, is an invaluable piece of my daily puzzle.  But really that should come as no surprise, seeing as the importance of morning rituals is talked about often as we’re becoming more familiar with mind-body wellness and the secrets to living more balanced lives.

Studies show that there are several scientifically proven benefits to meditation and mindfulness.  Think reduced anxiety, increased body satisfaction, improved cognitive function and emotional intelligence, an increase in our brain’s ability to deal with distractions and so much more.  Meditation and mindfulness both teach us to step back from our reactions, and observe what’s going on inside our minds with intention.  Just taking that simple moment to recognize the stream of consciousness in our busy minds, before immediately reacting, can help us combat stress and teach us to be more resilient in all walks of life. 

It’s especially becoming more and more common to read about the success of CEOs and powerful professionals with meditation and morning rituals at their core. Bestselling author of the book The Daily Stoic, Ryan Holiday, put it perfectly in this article on Inc.:  “What is universal, I think, is the need to reduce friction and extraneous interference as much as possible. You want to get into a rhythm so you are focusing as much of your energy as humanely possibly on your work–not only deciding what to wear or what to eat. The less you are fighting the world, the more you can fight against the difficulty of making amazing work (whatever that happens to be for you).”

I’m finding that having my morning routine, things that have begun to fall into a seamless ritual lately, not only helps to ground me each new day, it helps me observe my thoughts, feelings and goals in a mindful, proactive way so that I can carry out my day with drive, inspiration and passion.  It’s dangerously easy to become uninspired in this industry at times, especially when you’re juggling five million balls in the air, and it’s common to be bogged down with mental clutter.  These simple steps that I’ve outlined below help keep me going and I think if you just adopt one or two you’ll quickly find your mornings to be the best part of your day.

No. One… I don’t look at my phone.  There’s literally no way to have peace of mind when you’re immediately reactive, right out of the gate every morning. Text messages, emails and social media notifications ultimately symbolize peoples’ want and need of your time.  By checking the phone first thing, you’re giving your time and mental energy to someone else.  Reserve this small slice of the morning for yourself by not answering to others for at least the first thirty minutes of the day.  

No. Two…I’ve created rituals out of the simple, mundane tasks of the morning.  For example, when I brew my pot of coffee, I really take the time now to enjoy the sensory experience; breathing in the grounds brewing.  I take a few extra moments to relish my senses, avoiding the urge to multi-task and instead enjoy a few moments in silence.  Some mornings I also check my garden during this time as the coffee brews.  By connecting with nature, I feel a surge of fulfillment and peace. 

No. Three…I meditate. Once the coffee is done, I’ll bring my mug, along with a glass of water, to sit down at my desk and use the Breathe app on my Apple Watch.  I’ll meditate for 2-5 minutes, depending on what’s going on/how much time I have.  Here’s where I also usually sit with several healing crystals, and I’ll breathe in my current favorite essential oil and start the diffuser. 

As you’re reading this, you may be rolling your eyes.  But just know that your mind controls everything!  Whether you believe this crystal has energy, or this essential oil can really remedy your ailments, what will be will be.  If you’re creating a peaceful space with things you love, you’re going to feel the effects.  I’ve found that holding certain crystals can help me tune into my body and channel the thoughts and feelings that I need for the day.  If I’m feeling anxious, I’ll reach for my calming crystals; this simple observation is my way of honoring my mind’s thoughts, not letting them run rampant and take over my day.   And if I need to be raring to go for a big day ahead, I’ll smell an invigorating essential oils blend, or if I need a moment to get back to gratitude, I’ll diffuse a blend like Harmony or Abundance in the diffuser.  

No. Four…I pray, and I have a discussion with God.  Here’s when I take time to do my daily scripture.  I shuffle between daily scriptures based on how much time I have. I have a quick one for when my day when I only have a little bit of time, and I also have a journaling scripture if I can settle in and put more time into it. Currently I’m journaling with Lara Caseys new Write the Word Collection and Jesus Calling.  For my shorter mornings I’m reading A Daybook of Grace.  Another devotional or workbook I’ve loved in the past is She Reads Truth.

No. Five…I write in The Five Minute Journal.  I like to harness the scientific concept of positive psychology and write down everything I’m grateful for in this wonderful prompted journal. Taking five minutes to do this in the morning and night helps me to remember everything I feel gratitude about, while also setting me up with intentions and a strong mantra for the day.  I’ve found that this gives me a good jumping off place to tackle my schedule ahead of me. 

No. Six…I revisit goals for my business.  If I really have time in the morning, I’ll use this last few minutes to focus on specifics for Waiting on Martha, Inc.  That could mean working in a workbook on leadership and management— especially love Lara Casey’s sheets—writing down goals and ideas, or simply realigning with the company’s manifesto.  

My morning ritual has become almost sacred to me.  And if I don’t get to every single step each day, I understand.  I give myself some grace.  But I recognize the most important parts of my ritual, and I complete the abbreviated version.  Some mornings I may not meditate for five full minutes.   This way, I’m still staying true to myself, holding space for what I know I need.  I now can’t imagine my days without it!  Truly, MKR

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Photography, Rustic White for Waiting on Martha

The Week in Review // 1

Must-Read Links, Noted By the WOM Team
Filed Under > Everyday

Weekly links via @waitingonmartha

One of my favorite parts about my job is the constant stream of inspiring content I come across on a daily basis.  Ever since I can remember, I had been a big geek about finding great articles, discovering restaurants, and reading tutorials and tips…all to pass them along to my friends.  So, finding myself at a job where I can do that regularly almost seems too good to be true!

MKR, Liz, Sydney and I are constantly sharing intriguing ideas, must-try recipes and wacky beauty write-ups when we see them, so we finally decided it was time to start sharing the love for you to enjoy too.  Every week, we’ll be dishing out the top links that have peaked our interest, gotten us talking and made our mouths water and of course, made us laugh.  Enjoy!  Cheers, Kat

1 // Should there be a dress code for flying? CN Traveler poses the question (and we say yes). 

2 // Fringe, tassels, and pom poms, oh my!  Dozens of summery new arrivals just dropped on Waiting on Martha Home.  And act fast; we’re offering an EXTRA 40% off all SALE items right now. 

3 // “Call me if you need anything” just got a reboot. Here’s how to better help someone in need instead. 

4 //  We know we should all be wearing SPF, but here’s the amount experts recommend applying before hitting the beach.  Here’s our favorite nontoxic option

5 // You had us at “blood orange margarita.”  We can’t wait to try this mouthwatering take on our favorite libation on the next #TacoTuesday.

6 // Blogging isn’t easy.  Three fashion bloggers help shed light on the not-so-glamorous side of the biz on the Create & Cultivate blog

7 // Nontoxic beauty buys are mainstays around here, and beautycounter is one of our go-to brands for ’em.  Stock up on your essentials in this limited time 2-for-1 sale

8 // There’s no denying it; “wellness” and “natural beauty” is cool.  We think GP has a lot to do with it, and so does NYMag. Read the full interview here

9 // Our lives revolve around Gmail, so we’re eager to put these 13 productivity hacks to work.

10 // Apparently, couples that drink together, stay together.  You don’t have to tell us twice! 

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When Your TV Doubles As Art; Introducing The Samsung Frame

A Stunning New Addition to My Gallery Wall
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If you’re anything like me then you constantly find yourself struggling between wanting the latest and greatest technology at home, but also wanting said technology not to be a giant eyesore.  I mean I spend countless hours, days, months even designing every aspect of every space in my home and then I have to put a giant clunky, black metal, television on my wall with about 20 different cords all to watch The Great British Baking Show?!! Finally, a solution.

Enter Samsung’s newest game changer: the Samsung Frame TV.  And yes, the name says it all; it’s a fancy television that doubles as beautiful art the second you turn it off.  

As soon as I discovered that this was in fact a real thing, I knew I HAD to have the Frame TV by Samsung on my expansive gallery wall.  As you may remember, our gallery wall is one of my pride and joys, and was the result of a past One Room Challenge design project.  It sports 20+ pieces of original art and 3-d objects.  And in the room, which is our loft, we’ve set up a home bar where we sometimes have a little nightcap, as well as play a game or too.  Think puzzles, backgammon, etc.    

The loft could be considered an in-between space in our home, but it actually is a high-traffic area.  And whenever we have a full house over the holidays, we host a guest or two on the sleeper sofa.  So of course, I’ve wanted a TV there for some time now, but this was the one wall in my home that I was not going to sacrifice.

So let me tell you: the Samsung Frame TV is beautiful.  You can completely customize the layout and style of frame, with a shadow box, matte color, etc.  You can even decide if you want a panoramic piece, triptych or mixed layout! Plus the actual frame of the Frame is interchangeable, so rest assured it will flow seamlessly with the design of your home.

As for the art itself, there are more than 100 available pieces within 10 different genres that have been carefully curated to show when the TV isn’t being used as is set in Art Mode..  It also has a motion detection setting so whenever the Samsung Frame senses someone walking into the room it will automatically go into Art Mode turning your art of choice on if you don’t want the TV to stay on constantly.  You can choose from landscapes, abstracts, wild life, urban architecture…you name it.  And if you’d prefer to showcase family photos instead, you can upload them directly yourself.  It’s all controlled and easily changed by your smartphone.  I mean, #GENIUS.  And because it connects to your phone you can also run apps like Spotify, YouTube, and Instagram right on The Frame as well as search the internet.

My husband, of course, appreciates the specs of The Frame TV. It’s 4K UHD, features a Smart View and one remote control, as well as a no-gap flush to the wall mount and only two cords.  That’s right only 2 small, thin cords!!  I have a feeling I’ll be catching him watching the Cubs in here more times than I can count!

I’m extremely thrilled to welcome this new addition to my gallery wall, the only sad thing is now all of my other televisions pale in comparison.  Time to switch them all out don’t you think?! #iwish  And in case you were wondering, yes The Great British Baking Show is absolutely my favorite Television Show.  Truly, MKR

Photography, Rustic White for Waiting on Martha | This post is in collaboration with Samsung, a brand we love and adore.  All opinions are 100% our own. 

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